Marble And Marble Working: A Handbook For Architects, Sculptors, Marble Quarry Owners And Workers (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163850053)

Marble and Marble Working: A Handbook for Architects, Sculptors, Marble Quarry Owners and Workers is a comprehensive guide written by William G. Renwick. This book is designed to provide a detailed understanding of marble and its working techniques to architects, sculptors, marble quarry owners, and workers. The book covers various topics such as the history of marble, its properties, types, and uses. It also includes information on the different tools and techniques used in marble working, including carving, polishing, and finishing. Renwick provides practical advice on selecting the right type of marble for specific projects, and he also discusses the various factors that can affect the quality of the finished product. The book also includes information on the different types of machinery used in marble working, such as saws, drills, and grinders. In addition to the technical aspects of marble working, the book also covers the social and economic aspects of the industry. Renwick provides insight into the lives of marble quarry workers and their working conditions, as well as the challenges faced by quarry owners in managing their businesses. Overall, Marble and Marble Working is an essential resource for anyone involved in the marble industry or interested in learning more about this fascinating material. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both professionals and amateurs alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William G. Renwick
ISBN-10: 1163850055
ISBN-13: 9781163850053
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 280
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d